Hidden fishes in the underwater groove

Thailand’s first National Park is also its second largest, and
certainly one of its best! Khao Yai National Park spreads to four different provinces with the bulk of its 2,169 square
kilometers in Nakhon Ratchasima. The park has a variety of terrains
from deciduous forest to savannah and houses some 3,000 species of
plant. Wildlife in the park is as varied as its terrain and it is home
to around 200 wild elephants. The park also houses tigers, gibbons,
bears, deer, bats, wild pigs, and a major bird population including a
wide variety of hornbills. The park is 400 metres above sea level and
as a result reasonably cool all year round. During the dry season
temperatures can drop to 4 degrees Celsius. Because of its cool
conditions Khao Yai’s 50 kilometres of hiking trails are a favourite
and the park receives a lot of birdwatchers. The park also sports some
breathtaking waterfalls and the best time to see them is the rainy
season from May to October. 80-metre-high Nam Tok Hew Suwat a
particular favorite with visitors and featured in the film with Leonardo DiCaprioThe Beach. A great way to explore the park is by river rafting.

Photo taken in the Khao Yai National park - Thailand. Samantha
watching the fishes in the underwater groove.